Inquiry Short Course 2010

Day 1 - The Nature of Scientific Inquiry

• Day 1 Notes in Google Docs
• Circuit Builder Simulation (Used in Dining Room Wiring design challenge)

Day 2 - Deepening Inquiry: Observing, Analysis, and Literacy

• Day 2 Notes in Google Docs
• Depth of Knowledge and Inquiry - Resource from RIDE relating inquiry processes to Webb's Depth of Knowledge
• Heart Rate Data Table:
• Box Plot Maker:-A Box and Whisker plot can be used to compare populations, eg:m/f,age

Day 3-

• Day 3 Notes in Google Docs
• Thermo Regulation Inquiry Labs
• Mini-Lab Notebook Foldable

Other Inquiry Resources

• PheT Science Simulations - Huge collection of computer-based activities oriented toward inquiry and student-centered learning. Many of these simulations include teacher-rated lesson plans and worksheets.
• Developing More Curious Minds - An enjoyable and practical book that addresses issues and problems regarding motivating students toward higher order thinking and wrapping their minds around inquiry to enhance their learning skills.